{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-ic200alg262-8-channel-analog-current-module","title":"GE Fanuc IC200ALG262 8-Channel Analog Current Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong style=\"color: #0056b3;\"\u003eIC200ALG262\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-precision 15-Bit Differential Analog Current Input Module from the GE VersaMax PLC series. This module features 8 isolated differential input channels designed to interface with industrial current transmitters, such as flow meters, pressure sensors, and temperature links. By providing superior noise rejection across balanced signal lines, it delivers stable, high-resolution telemetry data directly to the core automation controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCore Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15-Bit High Resolution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides extreme measurement sensitivity down to 0.5 µA for precise process loop control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIsolated Differential Inputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features 8 differential channels that reject common-mode noise and eliminate ground loop interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers active loss-of-field-side power monitoring and open-wire fault detection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Current Ranges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports standard industrial signal matching via hardware jumper selection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 6px;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 6px;\"\u003eData\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003eIC200ALG262\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Configurations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e8 Isolated Differential Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelectable Current Ranges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e4 to 20 mA or 0 to 20 mA (Jumper Selectable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement Resolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e15 bits (0.5 µA for 4–20 mA \/ 0.625 µA for 0–20 mA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule Net Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003eApprox. 0.13 kg (4.6 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Update Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e7.5 milliseconds per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Impedance \/ CMRR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e100 Ω \/ 70 dB typical Common Mode Rejection Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Mode Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e−10V to +10V\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Power Draw\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e200 mA maximum from the +5V PLC backplane\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStatus Indicators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 6px;\"\u003eGreen \"OK\" LED confirms backplane power and active module health\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEngineering \u0026amp; Installation Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShielded Wiring Standards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always route analog input signals using high-quality Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cable to block electromagnetic interference (EMI).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProper Shield Grounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terminate cable shields at the signal source end. If the source is ungrounded, connect the shield drain wire to the VersaMax I\/O auxiliary terminal strip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Wire Detection Limits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Note that open-wire fault monitoring only functions when the channel jumper is explicitly configured for the 4 to 20 mA operational range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight and Vibration Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e At a lightweight 0.13 kg, ensure the module snaps firmly into its carrier base to avoid contact oxidation during industrial machine vibrations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: How do I switch between 0–20 mA and 4–20 mA current input ranges on the IC200ALG262?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA1: The current range configuration is managed via physical wiring jumpers on the terminal carrier block. Adding or removing specific channel jumper links scales the internal 15-bit analog-to-digital converter to match the desired instrument output span.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: What happens if field-side loop power drops during operation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA2: The module instantly triggers a \"loss of field-side power\" diagnostic flag. This system alert reports up through the VersaMax CPU PLC hardware diagnostics table while the onboard \"OK\" LED provides visual status confirmation of backplane health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Why are differential inputs preferred over single-ended inputs for current loops?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA3: Differential inputs look at the voltage difference between two separate signal lines rather than measuring against system ground. This approach successfully cancels out common-mode noise and cross-talk voltages, which is vital when routing analog wires over long industrial distances.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"General Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51050821582980,"sku":"IC200ALG262","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/7454\/7844\/files\/IC200ALG262.jpg?v=1779808772","url":"https:\/\/www.etowonauto.com\/az\/products\/ge-fanuc-ic200alg262-8-channel-analog-current-module","provider":"Etowon Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}